The Historical & Verdant Sites to See in Ireland

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Published on Thursday, 17 March 2022 16:51

Written by Brad Balfour

 St Stephen’s Green

It’s St. Patrick’s Day, so Ireland is on the mind of people everywhere! Here are some of our picks for great travel destinations in the Emerald Isle:

• St Stephen’s Green: One of the great public parks of Dublin, St. Stephen’s Green makes for a pleasant morning stroll after a hearty breakfast. See its ornate arches, gazebos, and numerous memorials.
  https://ststephensgreenpark.ie/

• Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane: With an extensive permanent collection of Irish artists throughout history, the gallery also houses a reconstruction of Francis Bacon’s studio, making this gallery a must for art aficionados.
  https://www.hughlane.ie/   
  
  

• Powerscourt House & Gardens: For those looking for a day trip outside the city, take in sprawling Powerscourt. Located in County Wicklow, Powerscourt is known for its 47 acres of gardens, which were voted the “3rd best garden in the world” by National Geographic, along with the palatial mansion which dates back to the 18th century. 
  https://powerscourt.com/

• Guinness Storehouse: The legendary brewery in heart of Dublin houses a museum tracing the history of Guinness along with a tasting room and bar overlooking the city.
  https://www.guinness-storehouse.com/

• Trinity College: Steeped in over 400 years of history, Trinity College houses the Book of Kells, a 9th century medieval manuscript along with ornate architecture and sprawling library.
  https://www.tcd.ie/visitors/book-of-kells/

• Dublin Writers Museum: Celebrating the literary history of Ireland, the Writers Museum houses ephemera from James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, W. B. Yeats, Bram Stoker, and more. A perfect site for bookworms and theater fans.
  https://www.visitdublin.com/see-do/details/dublin-writers-museum

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